Product Developer jobs in Germany

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the technical owner of a product line throughout the product lifecycle—from concept to volume production.

• Lead cross-functional design reviews , ensuring alignment between mechanical, electrical, software, and process engineering teams.

• Work closely with the supplier engineering and supply chain teams to evaluate and qualify components, ensuring they meet technical, quality, and cost requirements. Analyze component suitability and integration into the overall system architecture.

• Drive design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for serviceability (DFS) to optimize cost, quality, and uptime.

• Support prototype builds , system integration .

• Support continuous improvement and design enhancements in collaboration with R&D and manufacturing divisions

• Maintain comprehensive technical documentation , including BOMs, CAD models, and engineering change orders (ECOs).

• Stay current with semiconductor industry trends , competitive technologies, and emerging process requirements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or Systems Engineering.

• 3+ years of experience in product development within the semiconductor equipment or high-tech capital equipment industry.

• Strong understanding of semiconductor manufacturing processes (e.g., lithography, etch, deposition, metrology).

• Knowledge in CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, NX), PLM systems , and FMEA methodologies is an added advantage

• Experience with vacuum systems , robotics , thermal management , or precision motion control is highly desirable.

• Excellent communication and leadership skills with a proven ability to work cross-functionally in a global environment.

The Impact You’ll Make in this Role

Here, you will make an impact by:

• Developing medium and high voltage cable accessories, including connectors, terminations, and joints for global markets
• Collaborating with global cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, portfolio management, quality department, and project management
• Contributing to technology scouting and product roadmaps
• Leading product development projects from building business case till commercialization
• Direct interaction with end-customers to drive innovation and solve markets challenges
• Ensuring proper product lifecycle documentation including test reporting and failure analysis
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of design processes and methodologies.
• Building a network in the company and actively distributing your knowledge and expertise

Your Skills and Expertise

To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M is looking for candidates who meet following minimum requirements:

• Master’s degree in Electrical, Energy Engineering, Power Systems, or related field
• Substantial experience in energy industry
• Experience of designing and testing of electrical insulation and electrical connections
• Experience in product development for electrical energy and high voltage testing
• Strong knowledge of high or medium voltage electrical systems, insulation materials, and manufacturing processes
• Fluent German and English

Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:

• Proficiency in industry standards and regulations, with experience in global high voltage projects
• Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and familiarity with advanced testing methodologies
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to present technical information clearly
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in international teams
• Enthusiasm for learning, prototyping, and engaging with standardization organizations.

Job specifics:

• Location: Neuss, Germany
• Based on site
• Full Time
• Travel: may include up to 15%

Please note: your application may not be considered if you do not provide your education and work history, either by: 1) uploading a resume, or 2) entering the information into the application fields directly.

Please access the linked document by clicking select the country where you are applying for employment, and review. Before submitting your application, you will be asked to confirm your agreement with the terms.

The Impact You’ll Make in this Role

Here, you will make an impact by:

• Developing medium and high voltage cable accessories, including connectors, terminations, and joints for global markets
• Conduct feasibility studies, testing on new and modified designs
• Collaborating with global cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, portfolio management, quality department, and project management
• Contribution to product development projects from building business case till commercialization
• Ensuring proper product lifecycle documentation including test reporting and failure analysis

Your Skills and Expertise

To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M is looking for candidates who meet following minimum requirements:

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy Engineering, Power Systems, or related field
• Knowledge of high and/or medium voltage electrical systems, insulation materials, and manufacturing processes
• Fluent in German and English

Additional knowledge / nice-to-have skills / preferred qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:

• First working experience in energy industry or similar.
• Problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Solid communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present technical information clearly.
• Ability to work independently and as part of an international team.
• Interest in practical working, prototyping, simulating, testing, and validation of electronic designs.
• Eagerness to learn and willingness to start on new topics.
• Experience with industry standards and regulations (e.g., IEC, IEEE, ANSI).

Job specifics:

• Travel: May include up to 15% domestic/international
• The working model is on-site in Neuss, Germany, with a minimum of four in-office days weekly.
• Working pattern: full time

Please note: your application may not be considered if you do not provide your education and work history, either by: 1) uploading a resume, or 2) entering the information into the application fields directly.

Please access the linked document by clicking select the country where you are applying for employment, and review. Before submitting your application, you will be asked to confirm your agreement with the terms.

The Impact You’ll Make in this Role

Here, you will make an impact by:

• Leading critical commercialization efforts for new and modified products serving the electric vehicle market

• Transitioning product concepts from the laboratory to large-scale manufacturing

• Working directly with customers to understand needs and potential 3M solutions

• Developing and implementing strategies to enhance the reliability, efficiency, and safety of electrical systems

• Collaborating with cross-functional teams across various geographies to drive product development

• Innovating and applying materials that improve the performance of electric vehicle motors

• Leading and completing projects with creativity and rigor to build new business platforms

Your Skills and Expertise

To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M is looking for candidates who meet the following minimum requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher (completed and verified prior to start) from an accredited institution

• Experience in product (or technology) development

• Fluent in German and English

• Willingness to travel within EMEA

Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:

• Experience with electric motors, particularly those used in electric vehicle powertrains (motor design, materials, technology trends, performance, testing, manufacturing processes, and performance simulation tools).

• Experience with films and adhesives, coating processes, adhesive processing, developing material standards and specifications

Job specifics:

• Location: Neuss, Germany

• Based on site

• Full time

Please note: your application may not be considered if you do not provide your education and work history, either by: 1) uploading a resume, or 2) entering the information into the application fields directly.

Please access the linked document by clicking select the country where you are applying for employment, and review. Before submitting your application, you will be asked to confirm your agreement with the terms.